Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring

169 reviews

Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring is an ethical and member owned funeral director, serving bereaved families in Houghton-Le-Spring and the surrounding area with care, respect and clarity.

Latest Verified Reviews

Lesley Smith 22nd Mar 2022

Very professional

Maria Bailey 21st Mar 2022

David Simm and his team went above and beyond to care for my daughter. The whole family felt supported. Nothing was too much trouble. They listened to us and helped to provide an unforgettable send off for my daughter. We'll be eternally grateful to them all.

Les Reith 14th Mar 2022

Cant thank them enough for their care and attention and for making a very stressful time very easy . A special thanks to Davie for his understanding and compassion at this difficult time . We had many people commenting on what a lovely relaxing service it was .

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Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

Gilpin Lodge
Hetton Road
Houghton-le-Spring
Tyne and Wear
DH5 8JL

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Call: 0191 917 4462

About Us

Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring is an ethical, member-owned funeral director in Tyne & Wear. Co-op Funeralcare is the UK’s largest funeral services provider, with a long history of proudly serving the local community. They are owned by their members and promise to always keep you at the heart of their service when helping you to arrange a funeral. You will be treated with care and respect, ensuring that you have both clarity and reassurance that every choice you make is the best one for you.

Whether your loved one wanted a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life, Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring can help you plan the perfect goodbye. You can choose from a wide range of coffins, from traditional woods to eco-friendly alternatives such as bamboo, wicker or even cardboard.

Their Houghton-Le-Spring funeral home can provide a wide choice of funeral vehicles, from traditional hearses and limousines, to a horse and carriage. The Co-operative work with the country's largest florist, meaning that every kind of floral tribute will be available to you.

As well as providing funeral services in Houghton-Le-Spring, Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring take a positive, active role in the community, giving back to those in the local area through support programs and outreach to other local businesses. Community is at the heart of every Co-operative branch.

During weekdays, Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring in Tyne & Wear is open from 09:00 - 17:00. If you need help outside of these hours, there is a 24-hour phone service you can call. Visiting hours on the weekend can also be arranged by appointment.

Telephone Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring today to find out more about the services they provide, and begin arranging the perfect farewell for your loved one. Their team of professionals are on hand to listen, advise and guide you through all your options, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Lesley Smith 22nd Mar 2022

    Very professional

  • 5 Maria Bailey 21st Mar 2022

    David Simm and his team went above and beyond to care for my daughter. The whole family felt supported. Nothing was too much trouble. They listened to us and helped to provide an unforgettable send off for my daughter. We'll be eternally grateful to them all.

  • 5 Les Reith 14th Mar 2022

    Cant thank them enough for their care and attention and for making a very stressful time very easy .
    A special thanks to Davie for his understanding and compassion at this difficult time .
    We had many people commenting on what a lovely relaxing service it was .

  • 5 Graham Dobson 14th Mar 2022

    The Co-op funeral service were very professional, caring, understanding and thought of details we would never have considered.

  • 5 Brian Hughes 8th Mar 2022

    Everything went as planned, all of the staff were helpful and courteous and it was a nice service thanks to Ann Ferrier, thank you.

  • 5 Ron Ballantyne 8th Mar 2022

    We can't thank you enough for the professional and sympathetic way you conducted the service and the way the whole thing was conducted, everyone we have spoken to since has remarked on how well it went, and I would like to thank everyone concerned including Nicola for organising it and Graeme Flaxon for the outstanding eulogy he gave. I would recommend your services to anyone.

    Best Regards Ron Ballantyne

  • 5 Stewart Hepton 7th Mar 2022

    David Simm was a great support during our time in need.

  • 5 Anthony Hunt 8th Feb 2022

    Sensitive and reliable service. Handled everything really well.

  • 4 Richard Leadbitter 31st Jan 2022

    Everyone was attentive , professional and very caring, mostly done at a distance due to covid restrictions.

  • 5 Rebekah Watson 31st Jan 2022

    Excellent care and customer service from start to finish. 

  • 5 Pat Harrison 18th Jan 2022

    We had a celebrant funeral which was very personal and dignified, every thing went smoothly and according to my wishes, thank you.

  • 5 Tracey Holmes 11th Jan 2022

    Everything was dealt with professionally and with compassion at a very emotional and stressful time. Thank you all so much

  • 5 Moira Robertson 10th Jan 2022

    Cannot thank alk at the Coop funeral parlour, handled with empathy and care and Claire very supportive on my uncles funeral day.
    Thank you alk so much.

  • 5 Grant Marriner 20th Dec 2021

    Really appreciative of the professional and compassionate service I got from start to finish. Nichola helped with everything and was always there if need her during process. They organised everything. From the celebrant to the flowers and order of service. We can't thank them enough

  • 5 Gillian Robinson 20th Dec 2021

    Excellent service, very friendly staff, very helpful and caring. We could not of wished for any better. 

  • 5 Janet Glass 14th Dec 2021

    Very devoted staff.  They showed so much care and kindness in our time of sorrow following the loss of our precious mam.  Such compassion throughout from initial contact.  

  • 5 Jacqueline Ferguson 13th Dec 2021

    Very helpful and understanding

  • 5 Julia O'Neill 12th Dec 2021

    Would thoroughly recommend The Coop Funeralcare. Five star plus service.
    Our wishes were dealt with sensitivity throughout the whole process. 

  • 5 Jean Belinda Turnbull 6th Dec 2021

    David, Holly and Lisa were so compassionate and understanding. I was consumed with grief but I never felt uncomfortable or embarrassed in their presence. They allowed me to weep and talk about Dad, the type of man he was and what type of funeral he would have preferred. They never rushed me. David especially had such a warm, calming voice.
    Dad looked so smart and the premises were always pristine.
    Every last detail of Dad's funeral was perfect and the staff ensured that my family's every wish was catered for.
    David, Holly and Lisa would email me then call to confirm receipt. They would gently prompt me if deadlines were looming. David always enquired about my wellbeing during face to face or telephone conversations and I found this very comforting.
    I loved seeing Lisa standing outside the funeral parlour as we passed in the limo. It was freezing but there she was with her head bowed. I found that very touching. Our celebrant Graeme was extremely professional and even the driver of our limo must be commended. Also Lisa?
    I cannot praise the staff at Houghton Co-op funeral care enough. Dad had exactly the type of send off he would have wanted, a celebration of his life with loved ones. I will recommend David and hi s staff to friends and family. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. Jean Turnbull.

  • 5 Karen Jefferson 6th Dec 2021

    David, Lisa and Hollie were fantastic very professional and delt with my mam with dignity. Made a very difficult time more bearable can't thank them enough. Karen Jefferson

  • 5 Linda Green 22nd Nov 2021

    Lucy's family were very happy with the services of Coop Funeralcare, Houghton le Spring. All the staff we dealt with were professional and pleasant and made the experience so much easier to deal with.
    Many thanks to David, Lisa and Hollie and the staff who helped on the day of the funeral.
    From Julie Dryden

  • 5 Marie-Louise Roberts 8th Aug 2021

    Very organised and caring  staff  giving a good service

  • 5 Lynn Naylor 4th Aug 2021

    We have been treat with the utmost of respect during this painful time by David and the Co-op's caring staff. Thank you to all of you

  • 5 Andrea Waddington 2nd Aug 2021

    From start to finish of the process everything was smooth and fully explained. 
    Nothing was too much trouble. No complaints at all. Thank you coop. 

  • 5 Christine Lockyear 24th Jul 2021

    Thank you to all at Co-operative Funeralcare, Houghton-le-Spring.
    The care for dad and the whole family was compassionate and professional from the first point of call to the thoughtful follow up calls, with precise attention to detail. 

Address
Gilpin Lodge
Hetton Road
Houghton-le-Spring
Tyne and Wear
DH5 8JL

Open map

Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Lesley Smith 22nd Mar 2022

Very professional

Maria Bailey 21st Mar 2022

David Simm and his team went above and beyond to care for my daughter. The whole family felt supported. Nothing was too much trouble. They listened to us and helped to provide an unforgettable send off for my daughter. We'll be eternally grateful to them all.

Les Reith 14th Mar 2022

Cant thank them enough for their care and attention and for making a very stressful time very easy . A special thanks to Davie for his understanding and compassion at this difficult time . We had many people commenting on what a lovely relaxing service it was .

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